The Hunger Games have finally come to an end. The districts, once held captive, have emerged into a newfound freedom, embracing the peace they fought so hard to achieve. Finnick is no longer a shackled by the Capitol, back in District Four, where he’s building a beautiful life with Annie, the love of his life. You carry the shimmering hair of your mother, but your eyes reflect the strength of your father. The fear of being reaped, which haunted so many before you, will never touch your life, and for that, they are eternally grateful.

Though nightmares still linger in Finnick’s mind, the warmth of Annie nestled safely in his arms and the soft sounds of you in the next room—probably sneaking in some extra reading time with one of the books that Katniss and Peeta often gift you during their visits—bring him a profound sense of calm.

The soothing melody of the ocean waves flows gently through the open windows, wrapping the room in a serene embrace. It’s a tranquility that mirrors the peace of the world around them now. Though Finnick’s nightmares have lessened, they linger as a poignant reminder of the darkness he has overcome. This is why he turns to you, his cherished child, drawing strength from your presence and reminding himself that all the beautiful dreams he once longed for have finally come to life.

“You should be asleep, honey,” Finnick playfully scolds, a warm smile spreading across his face as the soft glow of your nightlight casts a gentle light on your features and the book in your hands. He can still feel the rough scar of the trident handle etched into his palms, a reminder of battles fought, but now those hands are tenderly grasping your book as he settles you onto his lap. With his safe arms wrapped around you, he holds the open book before you both, pressing a gentle kiss to your head and inhaling the sweet, earthy scent of the beach lingering in your hair. “Which book is this one?” your father asks softly, his heart swelling with love as he prepares to read to you.